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A meeting with Maria Zakharova will be held at the State University of Management.

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On February 3, a meeting with Maria Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will be held at the Business Center of the State University of Management.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn from an official representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs about the intricacies of working at the ministry, interacting with Russian and foreign media, and the current foreign policy situation. Participants will also be able to ask questions and receive life advice.

The meeting will be held as part of the "People of My Country" project, which brings politicians, public figures, bloggers, and artists to our university to give open lectures, sharing their life experiences and, through personal example, demonstrating how to achieve success and be a worthy citizen of their country.

Pre-registration is required to participate in the event.

We look forward to welcoming everyone on February 3 at 4:00 PM in the atrium of the GUU Business Center.

As a reminder, last week our university hosted an open dialogue with VTB President and Chairman of the Management Board, Andrey Kostin.

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Indonesian graduate student Fikria Shaleha: "Russia will forever be in my heart."

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Fikria Shaleha, a master's student in the Intelligent Systems program at the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity, spoke about her academic successes at the Polytechnic University and life in St. Petersburg.

— Fikria, how did you end up in Russia and why did you choose Polytechnic University?

— Even in elementary school, I dreamed of Russia. My parents bought me encyclopedias for my academic success, and I read about Roscosmos in one of them. It became my childhood dream. Later, I became fascinated with Russian history, culture, and architecture—everything seemed so aesthetically pleasing and captivating. After my bachelor's degree, I decided to delve into computer science, since I was already working as a web developer. Polytechnic University was my first choice: it has many strong scientific publications, and the campus is simply beautiful for studying and photography.

How was your first semester? What advice would you give yourself now, back when you were just starting out?

"Honestly, it wasn't easy. I headed the Indonesian Students Association in St. Petersburg, while also working remotely as a web developer, and studying is challenging—almost everything is new to me. My advice to my former self: don't push yourself too hard, don't be a perfectionist, ask your teachers questions, take care of your health, eat right, and don't forget to call your parents."

— By the way, you were recently elected chairman of PERMIRA St. Petersburg. Tell us about that?

"Yes, it's a great honor! Following the general election of Indonesian students in St. Petersburg, I was elected chairperson of the St. Petersburg branch of the Indonesian Students' Association in Russia (PERMIRA). This is the main organization for Indonesian students in the Northern Capital, and I am very proud of the trust my fellow countrymen have placed in me. For me, this is not only a responsibility but also an opportunity to strengthen the ties between our cultures."

— What study habits help you get everything done?

"I've learned to manage my time. I write notes and reminders and post them on the wall. I try to focus as much as possible on lectures, and then I review the material separately and look for additional resources. This helps me stay organized even under a heavy workload."

— Where is it most convenient for you to study?

"If I need to concentrate in silence, I go to the library and put on some music through my headphones. If I want to discuss something with others or work in a more relaxed atmosphere, I choose a coffee shop where I can study and have coffee and dessert."

— Have you ever had any funny situations related to the Russian language?

"One time at Teremok, I wanted to try a new chocolate drink and said, 'Please give me Dubai chocolate.' The salesperson didn't understand. When I showed him a picture, he smiled and said, 'Ah, Dubai!' It turned out the letter 'D' looked like an 'A' in the font. It was really funny and a little embarrassing!"

— How do you like the teachers at the Polytechnic?

"They speak excellent English and have impressive academic achievements. They're very responsive. One teacher, upon learning how busy I am, said she was proud of me and supported me. It's very motivating. I'd especially like to thank the teachers in the Intelligent Systems group—I'll try not to let them down!"

— Did you manage to find friends in Russia?

"Of course! I'm an extrovert; I can't live without friends. At the Polytechnic, I met people from different countries and cultures, but with common goals. I'm especially close to my Indonesian students and my friend Farah from Egypt. They support me even in the most difficult moments."

— We heard that you not only study and manage, but also express yourself creatively?

Yes, I participated in the 2025 Golden Autumn International Festival of St. Petersburg University Students and won the Vocals category. It was an unforgettable and inspiring event that further connected me with Russian and international culture.

— What surprised you about life in Russia?

"People here are really tall! I'm 149 cm tall, so I sometimes get squeezed on the metro during rush hour. And it's cold—even at 10° C, the wind makes it feel like -5. But I still romanticize Russia—it will always be special to me."

— What are your plans after graduation?

"I want to return to Indonesia, to my native Upper Rokan in Riau Province, and apply the knowledge I've gained here—both professionally and personally. I dream of helping develop the community, creating opportunities, and inspiring others. And, of course, I hope to visit Russia often—it will always be in my heart."

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China to launch campaign to stimulate consumer spending during Spring Festival

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, February 2 (Xinhua) — China will launch a special nine-day shopping promotion during the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) holiday, aiming to boost consumption, enrich cultural life, and stimulate market activity, the Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday.

According to an action plan released by the Ministry of Commerce and eight other government departments, the campaign, which will run from February 15 to 23, includes activities in six areas, including food service, hospitality, transportation, tourism, shopping and entertainment.

Measures include promoting festive dinners and banquets for family gatherings, providing discounts on household appliances and home renovations, increasing transportation capacity, organizing nationwide cultural and tourism consumption events, and launching promotions in major commercial areas and discounts on movie tickets.

Particular emphasis is also placed on expanding the trade-in program for replacing old consumer goods with new ones, with increased subsidies for consumer goods to support physical retail stores.

In addition, the government intends to optimize the payment environment for overseas travelers by improving payment services via bank cards, mobile apps, and cash to ensure a seamless experience for incoming tourists.

The Spring Festival period, the most important traditional holiday in China, is usually a peak season for consumer spending driven by family gatherings, travel, dining, entertainment and gift buying.

As domestic demand remains a key driver of economic growth, authorities have introduced a range of policy measures aimed at further unlocking consumer potential and stabilizing market expectations during the holiday season. -0-

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The immersion show "Yuedong Dunhuang" is preparing for an international tour.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Lanzhou, February 2 (Xinhua) — As the 2026 Spring Festival (Chunjie, or Lunar New Year) approaches, the rehearsal hall for the immersive show "Yuedong Dunhuang" in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, remains brightly lit. Dancers are honing their moves for the Gansu Province New Year's Gala while also preparing for international tours to countries like Cuba and Panama.

As a cave-like immersion show, "Yuedong Dunhuang" offers audiences an audiovisual and interactive experience. The performance, based on Dunhuang frescoes and documents, features replicas of ancient musical instruments and dancers in colorful costumes. Music and dance numbers transport audiences to the era of the Silk Road, where civilizations and arts intertwined.

In the cave immersion space, where ancient music plays and performers dance, several foreign actors particularly attract attention, causing many guests to stop and watch.

"Dunhuang culture is a typical example of the harmonious coexistence of various civilizations, and 'Yuedong Dunhuang' continues this spirit of inclusivity that has existed since ancient times," said Wang Qi, deputy director of the marketing and promotion center for the show. She added that the participation of foreign actors makes scenes related to the Silk Road more realistic and vibrant.

Since its premiere in June 2023, the show "Yuedong Dunhuang" has been performed more than 2,600 times, and related events have attracted more than 1.25 million viewers. -0-

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The Shenzhou-21 crew members are in good health and their scientific objectives are being accomplished as planned after three months in space.

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Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) — The Shenzhou 21 crew members aboard China's Tiangong space station have successfully completed their first three months in space, with all planned tasks completed smoothly, according to the China Manned Spacecraft Administration (CMSA).

On Sunday evening, a video report from China Media Corporation showed that to combat the physical effects of weightlessness, the crew, consisting of mission commander pilot Zhang Lu, flight engineer Wu Fei, and payload specialist Zhang Hongzhang, conducted a lower limb muscle stimulation test.

Using specialized equipment such as bionic adhesive boots, they trained to stimulate their leg muscles and collected data to study muscle adaptation in space.

In the field of space medical research, they have made progress in a pharmacokinetics project that studies how the human body metabolizes medications in space. To do this, they collect saliva samples and send them back to Earth for analysis, providing important data for managing the use of medications in space.

The three cosmonauts also completed a series of human psychology tests, including assessments of human-computer trust, emotional state in orbit, and decision-making ability in emergency situations.

In the field of physical sciences related to microgravity, crew members performed maintenance and repair of experimental equipment. According to the report, this process included cleaning and replacing samples inside a containerless experimental cabinet—a device that holds materials in zero gravity to study their properties without the influence of a container.

Beyond scientific experiments, regular health monitoring remains a priority, as a disciplined exercise regimen in orbit is key to ensuring crew members remain in optimal condition throughout the mission.

The cosmonauts have already undergone numerous medical examinations, including dynamic electrocardiograms, blood pressure monitoring, ultrasound scans, and bone density measurements, which have shown that they are in good health, the report notes.

The Shenzhou-21 manned spacecraft was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on October 31, 2025. -0-

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The Vankor Gas Turbine Power Plant generated its 20 billionth kWh of electricity.

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Source: Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The Vankor Gas Turbine Power Plant has generated 20 billion kWh of electrical energy and 5 million Gcal of thermal energy since it began operating in 2010. The primary fuel for the plant's gas turbine units is associated petroleum gas, with an average daily consumption of 1.6 million m³.

The Vankor Gas Turbine Power Plant (GTPP) supplies electricity and heat to the Vankor field, developed by RN-Vankor (part of Rosneft's oil production complex). Prior to joining the country's Unified Energy System (UES) in 2015, the plant was the sole source of power for the Vankor production site. Connecting to the UES significantly expanded the power supply capabilities of the Vankor field.

By 2025, approximately 12,000 energy conservation measures were implemented in the Vankor cluster, reducing electricity consumption by 55 million kWh. The greatest impact was achieved through the use of energy-efficient downhole pumping equipment for mechanized oil production.

Improving the efficiency of production assets is a key element of Rosneft's strategy. The company and its subsidiaries are systematically working to ensure the efficient use of resources, optimize energy consumption, and distribute electrical loads.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft February 2, 2026

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How a team of RUDN students is developing a digital platform to help the elderly

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Source: Peoples'Friendship University of Russia

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Anna Kalashnikova, a master's student at the RUDN University Institute of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, is creating a digital service, "CareSosed," to help seniors with everyday needs. The project, supported by the RUDN.VC accelerator, aims to relieve the burden on social services and provide seniors with support in simple everyday situations.

According to Anna, as society ages, the number of lonely elderly people is growing, often facing everyday challenges. Going to the clinic, buying groceries, or simply socializing is becoming a serious challenge, and the lack of timely assistance can lead to poor health and overload emergency services. Anna's team includes a developer, product and analytics specialists, and consultants from the social and medical fields.

"The idea for the project arose from observing a real problem. Elderly people often need not medical care, but rather everyday support. We saw that there was a lack of a unified coordination system between the elderly, volunteers, social services, and the medical community," says Anna Kalashnikova.

A simple solution to a complex problem

The CareNeighbor project offers a digital platform that connects those in need with those willing to provide assistance. The service is being developed as a mobile app and web platform with a simple interface for senior users: large buttons, voice recognition, and minimal interaction.

The main functionality will include:

Quickly request household or social assistance (with one button or voice). Automatically distribute requests among available volunteers and services. Request status monitoring and security system. An analytical module for monitoring and planning social organizations.

The project team, which includes a developer, product and analytics specialists, and consultants from the social and medical fields, is currently developing a minimum viable product (MVP) and preparing pilot launches. Anna notes that the main challenge isn't the technical development, but rather establishing collaboration with social institutions and creating a solution that is both simple for seniors and user-friendly for specialists.

Digital technologies at the service of humanity

The service will be free for users. The monetization model involves partnerships with social services and institutional implementation, which will ensure the project's sustainability. A subscription model is also being considered for relatives who want to monitor and support their loved ones' care. CareNeighbor is an example of how technology can help solve pressing social problems. The project demonstrates a humanistic approach and social responsibility, which are integral to RUDN University's values.

"This project is about human closeness and safety. Sometimes a person just needs a neighbor who's there when they need it," notes Anna Kalashnikova.

After completing the accelerator, the team plans to launch pilot projects, collect initial effectiveness data, and begin scaling. CareSosed could potentially become a vital element of the social support system, improving the quality of life for older people and reducing the burden on government services.

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Rosneft has developed an innovative software package for engineering work.

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Source: Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Specialists from Rosneft's Ufa Research Institute have developed software for integrated modeling of oil and gas production processes – RN-ALPHA. This digital product enables the calculation of multiple field development scenarios and the selection of the most cost-effective option, taking into account underground and surface infrastructure.

RN-ALPHA is a unified digital space for collaboration between specialists from various company departments. The software enables simultaneous modeling of multiple technological processes, such as production and collection, and the adjustment of design solutions. This innovation also enables seamless data transfer from field developers to design engineers.

The program performs an economic assessment, visualizes the results obtained, and automatically generates reporting materials.

The development and implementation of RN-ALPHA is an important step in the implementation of the Rosneft-2030 Strategy and contributes to strengthening the Company's technological leadership in the Russian oil and gas industry.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft February 2, 2026

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February 2, 2026 Gazprom-Media Holding is a partner of the CSTB.PRO.MEDIA 2026 forum

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The CSTB.PRO.MEDIA 2026 forum, one of the key events in the Russian media industry, will be held for the 28th time on February 17-18 in Moscow. Representatives of Gazprom-Media Holding will actively participate in the event.

Forum participants will discuss key media market trends, new content formats, technological solutions, and changes in consumer behavior.

The business program focuses on the development of various aspects of the media market. Discussions will cover pay television, entertainment and children's content, Russian animation, international distribution, interactive advertising, the use of artificial intelligence in video production, and much more.

Special attention will be paid to new formats and technologies: participants will discuss vertical content and microdramas as a promising direction for the media market, an ecosystem approach to content development, and changes in the content policies of online cinemas in the context of a saturated market and rising costs for the production of original projects.

As per tradition, the winners of the 17th National Award in Multichannel Digital Television "Big Digit" will be announced within the framework of CSTB.PRO.MEDIA.

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February 2, 2026: New project of the "Zapovednoye Embassy" Foundation: the village of Urshelsky becomes the center of the territory of cooperation with the Meshchera National Park. Protected area surroundings

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Source: Preserved Embassy Foundation

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The Eduard Bendersky Charitable Foundation and the Zapovednoye Posledstvo Foundation held a roundtable discussion on "Engaging Children and Youth in Natural Science and Conservation Activities in the Cooperation Area of Meshchera National Park and the Village of Urshelsky." This important event marked the launch of our joint comprehensive project to develop the cooperation area between Meshchera National Park and the village of Urshelsky.

Representatives of volunteer organizations, the village administration, the school, the community center, youth policy specialists, activists from the "Movement of the First," and, of course, national park staff gathered at the Bird Museum, located at the entrance to Urshelsky. The event was preceded by a quiz for schoolchildren, "Meshchera Nature Reserve."

The main goal of the roundtable was to introduce the project team and identify common ground. Participants discussed the natural and cultural potential of the area, as well as mechanisms for involving youth and local residents in development projects.

The meeting was opened by Elena Knizhnikova, Chair of the Friends of Protected Islands Movement (FPI), and Ksenia Gasparyan, Development Director of the Nature Conservation Embassy Foundation. In their presentations, they outlined the goals of the long-term project to create a cooperation area and shared their experience of engaging teenagers, local residents, and businesses in nature conservation, using examples from other projects implemented by the Nature Conservation Embassy throughout Russia over its thirty years of work.

Olesya Filippova, head of the municipal district's youth policy department, supported the development of new tourist routes and nature trails and confirmed her willingness to participate in the project. The head of the school's "Heritage" history and local history museum discussed the possibility of including it in the tourist routes. Zoya Drozdova, a representative of the Meshchera National Park, spoke about the environmental education events and celebrations the park already organizes.

Sergey Vasenev, Eduard Bendersky's press secretary, invited everyone to participate in the work of collecting, organizing, and presenting information about Urshelsky, which is important for attracting tourists. He also announced trail run "Meshchera Fest"The event is scheduled for June 7, 2026, with the start and finish in Urshelsky. The program includes an environmental event, a fair, a Nordic walking workshop, a sauna, and local cuisine. This is just the first event under the "Meshchera Fest" umbrella brand; new activities are being developed, which will eventually make Urshelsky a regional hub for event and sports tourism.

The first meeting served as the starting point for the formation of a project team, whose goal is to develop the cooperation area between the national park and the village of Urshelsky. With the support and partnership of the Eduard Bendersky Foundation, the "Zapovednoye Posledstvo" Foundation launched a comprehensive project to develop the cooperation area between Meshchera National Park and the village of Urshelsky. The first phase of the project will include the following:

– master plan for tourism development;

– a roadmap for working with children and youth to engage them in supporting the national park through environmental volunteering and other activities, as well as for their career guidance in natural sciences and tourism.

Work is already underway within the framework of this same comprehensive project to develop a concept for renovating the Bird Museum and the surrounding area in the village of Urshelsky.

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